Description

What’s covered during the day?

This session will cover the theoretical and practical aspects of Venepuncture. The tutor will build on your understanding; including tutor-led activities, group discussions, practical demonstrations as well as practice simulations and practice related questions. Competency documents will be referred to throughout the course and a simulated competency assessment will be completed before the end of the session allowing delegates to return to the workplace and put to practice what they have learnt, until deemed competent within their organisations guidelines and protocols.

Learning Outcomes?

Understand what Venepuncture is and common reasons for the taking of blood

The equipment needed for venepuncture

Anatomy of venepuncture sites

Procedure for carrying out venepuncture

Common complications and what to do

The importance of infection control

Assessment

A simulated competency assessment will take place at the end of the session, supervised by our Tutor. A Certificate of Attendance will also be issued, valid for 3 years.